Penguins have a dance partner in Carolina to pursue creative/complicated trade scenarios

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— Even if the Penguins can’t find the right fit to replace Brassard as the third line center, conversations around the league is that a soft trade To read this insider news, subscribe to get “Inside Access”!

Early buzz a month out from the deadline has the Avalanche being a top landing spot for Hayes and the Islanders are widely regarded as a heavy favorite to land Matt Duchene if Ottawa puts him on the market next month. [/hide]


— A bottom-6 center flying under the radar is Bryan Boyle of the New Jersey Devils. Always a favorite among coaches, Boyle has 12 Goals on the season and there’s a sense the Devils might be able to nab a second-rounder for Boyle.


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